It has spawned spin-offs in over 58 countries (as of April 2014), in what is now referred to as the Got Talent format, similar to that described by FremantleMedia of the Idol and The X Factor formats. In April 2014, the format was named the world's most successful reality TV format ever by the Guinness World Records.

History

Got Talent was an invention by The X Factor creator Simon Cowell, with comedian and talk show host Paul O'Grady producing a pilot for ITV in 2005 under the provisional title Paul O'Grady's Got Talent. O'Grady left the network after disputes with ITV, resulting in Cowell moving the concept to the United States while he and ITV searched for a new show host.

Due to these issues, the Got Talent franchise ended up debuting first as America's Got Talent on NBC on 21 June 2006, with judges David Hasselhoff, Brandy Norwood, and Piers Morgan. The show's original series was hosted by Regis Philbin. In 2016, the judging panel consisted of Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum, Melanie Brown, and Simon Cowell, and hosted by Nick Cannon, who has been the presenter since 2009. The grand prize on America's Got Talent is $1 million, and, since season 3, a chance to headline a show on the Las Vegas Strip. America's Got Talent proved extremely successful for NBC, pulling in high ratings in both total viewers and the younger 18-49 demographic. The show's initial success in America is credited with the eventual launch of the British series, and the overall global launch of the Got Talent franchise.

America's Got Talent

America's Got Talent (sometimes abbreviated as AGT) is an American reality television series on the NBCtelevision network, and part of the global British Got Talent franchise. It is a talent show that features singers, dancers, magicians, comedians, and other performers of all ages competing for the advertised top prize of one million dollars. The show debuted in June 2006 for the summer television season. From season three (2008) onwards, the prize includes the one million dollars, payable in a financial annuity over 40 years, and a chance to headline a show on the Las Vegas Strip. Among its significant features is that it gives an opportunity to talented amateurs or unknown performers, with the results decided by an audience vote. The format is a popular one and has often been reworked for television in the United States and the United Kingdom.

This incarnation was created by Simon Cowell, and was originally due to be a 2005 British series called Paul O'Grady's Got Talent but was postponed due to O'Grady's acrimonious split with broadcaster ITV (later launching as Britain's Got Talent in 2007). As such, the American version became the first full series of the franchise.

Executive producer

An executive producer(EP) enables the making of a commercial entertainment product. The EP may be concerned with management accounting and/or with associated legal issues (like copyrights or royalties). An EP generally contributes to the film's budget and may or may not work on set.

Motion pictures

Television

In television, an executive producer often supervises the creative content as well as the financial aspects of a production. Some writers (for example Stephen J. Cannell and Tina Fey) have been the creator and also the producer of the same TV show. Other dual roles may include the executive director(s) starring in the show they produce, such as Full Throttle Saloon reality TV star, Jesse James Dupree. Still other shows may have more than one executive producer working on a TV show where there can be one among them who outranks the others. This position is known as the "showrunner," or operational executive producer.

Stunt performer

A stunt performer, often referred to as a stuntman or daredevil, is someone who performs dangerous stunts, often as a career. The French word that describes it is cascadeur; and it is used as-is in other languages (e.g., in Greek, it is called κασκαντέρ)

Overview

A stuntman typically performs stunts intended for use in a motion picture or dramatized television. Stunts seen in films and television include car crashes, falls from great height, drags (for example, behind a horse) and explosions.

There is an inherent risk in the performance of all stunt work. The most risk exists when performing stunts in front of a live audience. In filmed performances, visible safety mechanisms can be removed by editing. In live performances the audience can see more clearly if the performer is genuinely doing what they claim or appear to do. To reduce the risk of injury or death, most often stunts are choreographed or mechanically-rigged so that, while they look dangerous, safety mechanisms are built into the performance. But however well choreographed exercises they appear to be, stunts are still very dangerous and physically testing exercises.

Joe Temperley Interview by Monk Rowe - 10/11/1997 - Aspen, CO

Baritone saxophonistJoe Temperley talks about learning jazz in Scotland and England, and his move to New York City. He reminisces about his big band work with Woody Herman, Buddy Rich, Thad Jones-Mel Lewis, and Duke Ellington.
Use of these materials by other parties is subject to the fair use doctrine in United States copyright law (Title 17, Chapter 1, para. 107) which allows use for commentary, criticism, news reporting, research, teaching or scholarship without requiring permission from the rights holder. Any use that does not fall within fair use must be cleared with the rights holder. Use of these materials by other parties is subject to the fair use doctrine in United States copyright law (Title 17, Chapter 1, para. 107) which allows use for commentary, criticism, news reporting, ...

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END:CIV: Resist or Die

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END:CIV examines our culture’s addiction to systematic violence and environmental exploitation, and probes the resulting epidemic of poisoned landscapes and shell-shocked nations. Based in part on Endgame, the best-selling book by Derrick Jensen, END:CIV asks: “If your homeland was invaded by aliens who cut down the forests, poisoned the water and air, and contaminated the food supply, would you resist?”

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Gun Control Finally on the Table? (with Cliff Schecter)

Cliff Schecter, consultant for Mayors Against Illegal Guns, joined us on the Monday after the Newtown shooting. He explained why the NRA is a front group for arms dealers, most members of the NRA support commons sense gun control, the opportunity for stringent gun control, why the NRA is a paper tiger and can be defeated politically, how the NRA fights against Constitutional Rights, what the Second Amendment really meant and the best way to move forward now...
This clip from the MajorityReport, live M-F at 12 noon EST and via daily podcast at http://Majority.FM

Baritone saxophonistJoe Temperley talks about learning jazz in Scotland and England, and his move to New York City. He reminisces about his big band work with Woody Herman, Buddy Rich, Thad Jones-Mel Lewis, and Duke Ellington.
Use of these materials by other parties is subject to the fair use doctrine in United States copyright law (Title 17, Chapter 1, para. 107) which allows use for commentary, criticism, news reporting, research, teaching or scholarship without requiring permission from the rights holder. Any use that does not fall within fair use must be cleared with the rights holder. Use of these materials by other parties is subject to the fair use doctrine in United States copyright law (Title 17, Chapter 1, para. 107) which allows use for commentary, criticism, news reporting, research, teaching or scholarship without requiring permission from the rights holder. Any use that does not fall within fair use must be cleared with the rights holder. For assistance, please contact the Fillius JazzArchive, Hamilton College, 198 College HillRoad, Clinton, NY 13323.

Baritone saxophonistJoe Temperley talks about learning jazz in Scotland and England, and his move to New York City. He reminisces about his big band work with Woody Herman, Buddy Rich, Thad Jones-Mel Lewis, and Duke Ellington.
Use of these materials by other parties is subject to the fair use doctrine in United States copyright law (Title 17, Chapter 1, para. 107) which allows use for commentary, criticism, news reporting, research, teaching or scholarship without requiring permission from the rights holder. Any use that does not fall within fair use must be cleared with the rights holder. Use of these materials by other parties is subject to the fair use doctrine in United States copyright law (Title 17, Chapter 1, para. 107) which allows use for commentary, criticism, news reporting, research, teaching or scholarship without requiring permission from the rights holder. Any use that does not fall within fair use must be cleared with the rights holder. For assistance, please contact the Fillius JazzArchive, Hamilton College, 198 College HillRoad, Clinton, NY 13323.

http://endciv.com
END:CIV examines our culture’s addiction to systematic violence and environmental exploitation, and probes the resulting epidemic of poisoned landscapes and shell-shocked nations. Based in part on Endgame, the best-selling book by Derrick Jensen, END:CIV asks: “If your homeland was invaded by aliens who cut down the forests, poisoned the water and air, and contaminated the food supply, would you resist?”

http://endciv.com
END:CIV examines our culture’s addiction to systematic violence and environmental exploitation, and probes the resulting epidemic of poisoned landscapes and shell-shocked nations. Based in part on Endgame, the best-selling book by Derrick Jensen, END:CIV asks: “If your homeland was invaded by aliens who cut down the forests, poisoned the water and air, and contaminated the food supply, would you resist?”

Cliff Schecter, consultant for Mayors Against Illegal Guns, joined us on the Monday after the Newtown shooting. He explained why the NRA is a front group for arms dealers, most members of the NRA support commons sense gun control, the opportunity for stringent gun control, why the NRA is a paper tiger and can be defeated politically, how the NRA fights against Constitutional Rights, what the Second Amendment really meant and the best way to move forward now...
This clip from the MajorityReport, live M-F at 12 noon EST and via daily podcast at http://Majority.FM

Cliff Schecter, consultant for Mayors Against Illegal Guns, joined us on the Monday after the Newtown shooting. He explained why the NRA is a front group for arms dealers, most members of the NRA support commons sense gun control, the opportunity for stringent gun control, why the NRA is a paper tiger and can be defeated politically, how the NRA fights against Constitutional Rights, what the Second Amendment really meant and the best way to move forward now...
This clip from the MajorityReport, live M-F at 12 noon EST and via daily podcast at http://Majority.FM

Joe Temperley Interview by Monk Rowe - 10/11/1997 - Aspen, CO

Baritone saxophonistJoe Temperley talks about learning jazz in Scotland and England, and his move to New York City. He reminisces about his big band work with Woody Herman, Buddy Rich, Thad Jones-Mel Lewis, and Duke Ellington.
Use of these materials by other parties is subject to the fair use doctrine in United States copyright law (Title 17, Chapter 1, para. 107) which allows use for commentary, criticism, news reporting, research, teaching or scholarship without requiring permission from the rights holder. Any use that does not fall within fair use must be cleared with the rights holder. Use of these materials by other parties is subject to the fair use doctrine in United States copyright law (Title 17, Chapter 1, para. 107) which allows use for commentary, criticism, news reporting, research, teaching or scholarship without requiring permission from the rights holder. Any use that does not fall within fair use must be cleared with the rights holder. For assistance, please contact the Fillius JazzArchive, Hamilton College, 198 College HillRoad, Clinton, NY 13323.

END:CIV: Resist or Die

http://endciv.com
END:CIV examines our culture’s addiction to systematic violence and environmental exploitation, and probes the resulting epidemic of poisoned landscapes and shell-shocked nations. Based in part on Endgame, the best-selling book by Derrick Jensen, END:CIV asks: “If your homeland was invaded by aliens who cut down the forests, poisoned the water and air, and contaminated the food supply, would you resist?”

Gun Control Finally on the Table? (with Cliff Schecter)

Cliff Schecter, consultant for Mayors Against Illegal Guns, joined us on the Monday after the Newtown shooting. He explained why the NRA is a front group for arms dealers, most members of the NRA support commons sense gun control, the opportunity for stringent gun control, why the NRA is a paper tiger and can be defeated politically, how the NRA fights against Constitutional Rights, what the Second Amendment really meant and the best way to move forward now...
This clip from the MajorityReport, live M-F at 12 noon EST and via daily podcast at http://Majority.FM

Chapter 09 - The Jungle by Upton Sinclair...

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Gizmodo reported on Wednesday that a former Google engineer is suing the company for discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination ...Chevalier's posts had been quoting in Damore's lawsuit against Google, who is also suing the company for alleged discrimination against conservative white men ... “Firing the employee who pushed back against the bullies was exactly the wrong step to take.” ... But the effect is the same....

OSLO. Sea levels will rise between 0.7 and 1.2 metres in the next two centuries even if governments end the fossil fuel era as promised under the Paris climate agreement, scientists said on Tuesday ...Ocean levels will rise inexorably because heat-trapping industrial gases already em­­itted will linger in the atmosphere, melting more ice, it said. In addition, water naturally expands as it warms above four degrees Celsius (39.2F) ... ....

Special CounselRobert Mueller's probe is prepared to accept a guilty plea from the London-based son-in-law of a Russian businessman after he made false statements during the investigation into alleged Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election, according to the Washington Post... Tymoshenko was later imprisoned by former president Viktor Yanukovych after signing a controversial deal with Russia for natural gas ... U.S ... U.S....

The woman tasked with caring for accused Florida shooter Nikolas Cruz and his brother have moved quickly to file court papers seeking control of their inheritance the day after the massacre at Majory Stoneman Douglas High School, Newsweek reported. When the mother of Nikolas and Zachary Cruz died from flu-related pneumonia last November, their lives were entrusted to Roxanne Deschamps, the report said....

Article by WN.Com Correspondent Dallas DarlingTo this day it’s something my aunt hardly mentions, let alone discusses. And like a few other families living in the United States, it’s taboo and completely off limits ... Neither was it as widespread, since Japan had nearly conquered most of East Asia including parts of China. But still, U.S ... authorities continued the comfort station system absent formal slavery ... The U.S ... military authorities ... ....

The 24-year-old grime artist and the 'New Rules' hitmaker both came out on top at the glitzy award ceremony at London'sO2 Arena after picking up two gongs each. Stormzy managed to win both of the awards he was nominated for after he took home the honours for BritishMaleSoloArtist, and the coveted Album of the Year gong for his critically acclaimed record 'GangSigns and Prayer' ... British Female Solo Artist ... British Male Solo Artist....

Stormzy, who has helped propel the grime genre of rap into the commercial mainstream, was named best male British solo artist, and also won album of the year, for his debut "GangSigns and Prayer." ... Lipa, whose self-titled debut was one of 2017's breakout albums, was named British female solo artist and British breakthrough artist... British artist....

Hutchins, of Lewisville, is the featured artist for the Downtown Arts DistrictAssociation for March ... How have you evolved as an artist? ... There are many artists and critics who do not consider digital artwork as true art because it does not involve traditional mediums ... Any advice for other artists? ... Just because you can’t draw or paint a certain way doesn’t mean you aren’t an “artist.” Art is creating....

These organizations provide a vast array of edu-cational and artistic programming, ensuring that our American culture thrives and benefits all of your con-stituents ...Without this support, our communities would lose the chance to see quality performances from unique and dynamic artists from across the country....

The grime artist referenced the Grenfell Tower blaze which killed 71 people and directed questions at the Prime Minister during a performance which closed the show ... Singer-songwriter Dua Lipa hailed the power of women as she picked up the award for British female solo artist, on a night when the stars carried white roses to show their support for the Time’s Up movement....